Just finished making this c. 1730s style gown:
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Sunday, May 10, 2009
18th c. costume: chemise, corset, panniers and petticoat
The 18th c. project so far
I padded out one of my old dress forms to make a toile in my size and shape, so I can proceed to fit the Robe L'Anglaise that I'm making to go over this ensemble.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Finished 18th c. corset and chemise
Made from an old couch cover and other scraps, and reed boning, which is very light. It's very comfortable, maybe too much so. I wish I could lace it tighter. For the chemise, I used real silk organza for the neck ruffle. :D
Saturday, April 04, 2009
On the cutting table: 18th c. corset and gown
So I've been working on a "big" sewing project, little by little, when I can find time, and its just something I've been wanting to do for a while. I finally have most of the materials I need together, and I've been trying to use as much from my stash as possible. It is basically an historical costume, but with a little fantasy thrown in.
I am almost finished with the corset:
For being a Simplicity pattern this is actually historically very accurate. I have a collection of historical corset patterns, and just decided to try this one because its relatively simple: has the least number of pieces and was easy to adjust for a large bust. Some of the other patterns I have from this period are dauntingly complicated. I might use the chemise pattern here, too, but I'm not doing these panniers. I have my own pattern for those, which I drafted from one of my historical costume books.
And for the gown, I have a bunch of patterns to choose from there as well, but I think I'm going to go with this one:
I have a felt hat blank waiting in the wings for this project, and I have the most awesome pair of Jon Fluevog shoes...will post photos soon, I promise!
I am almost finished with the corset:
For being a Simplicity pattern this is actually historically very accurate. I have a collection of historical corset patterns, and just decided to try this one because its relatively simple: has the least number of pieces and was easy to adjust for a large bust. Some of the other patterns I have from this period are dauntingly complicated. I might use the chemise pattern here, too, but I'm not doing these panniers. I have my own pattern for those, which I drafted from one of my historical costume books.
And for the gown, I have a bunch of patterns to choose from there as well, but I think I'm going to go with this one:
I have a felt hat blank waiting in the wings for this project, and I have the most awesome pair of Jon Fluevog shoes...will post photos soon, I promise!
Monday, March 09, 2009
Friday, October 10, 2008
Kevin Ross took this lovely photo at YIV
Kevin Ross took this lovely photo at YIV
Originally uploaded by mirvana
I made the pants and arm warmers in this costume. The pants are based on Melodia's design.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Mirv's sewing stuff
Mavi's Sewing Room on FriendFeed
http://friendfeed.com/rooms/mavi-s-sewing-room - where I've been posting links for patterns, sewing, supplies, &etc
Mirvana Makes Stuff
http://darkthreads.blogspot.com/ - you're lookin' at it. I'll keep posting photos of my creations and other interesting stuff here. This blog feeds into Mavi's Sewing Room, too.
Darkthreads.com
http://www.darkthreads.com/ - same old address, but I have repurposed the domain for selling military and tactical uniforms and accessories. Yes, I know that's a far cry from corsetry and Medieval costuming, but we are catering to airsofters, paintballers, and LARPers who do military/scifi themes. Http://darkthreadsgear.blogspot.com is my blog devoted to that space.
Dark Threads network
http://darkthreads.ning.com/ - and if you are interested in joining the discussion about Darkthreads gear, airsoft, milsim & tacsim, and scifi costuming, please join us here!
http://friendfeed.com/rooms/mavi-s-sewing-room - where I've been posting links for patterns, sewing, supplies, &etc
Mirvana Makes Stuff
http://darkthreads.blogspot.com/ - you're lookin' at it. I'll keep posting photos of my creations and other interesting stuff here. This blog feeds into Mavi's Sewing Room, too.
Darkthreads.com
http://www.darkthreads.com/ - same old address, but I have repurposed the domain for selling military and tactical uniforms and accessories. Yes, I know that's a far cry from corsetry and Medieval costuming, but we are catering to airsofters, paintballers, and LARPers who do military/scifi themes. Http://darkthreadsgear.blogspot.com is my blog devoted to that space.
Dark Threads network
http://darkthreads.ning.com/ - and if you are interested in joining the discussion about Darkthreads gear, airsoft, milsim & tacsim, and scifi costuming, please join us here!
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